Tanni Grey-Thompson

Tanni Grey-Thompson, a Paralympic legend with 11 gold medals and six London Marathon victories, shares her inspiring journey from athlete to advocate. She reflects on her childhood in Wales, the mindset required for success, and the challenges of wheelchair racing. Tanni discusses the importance of family support in overcoming obstacles and her work in disability rights. She candidly addresses stereotypes and the need for societal change while drawing parallels between sports and politics in her role as a crossbench peer.

Tanni Grey-Thompson, a multi gold medal winning Paralympic wheelchair athlete, reflects on changing attitudes towards disability worldwide. She discusses her own experiences, including facing discrimination while pregnant, and meets individuals from India, Nigeria, Brazil, and New Zealand who have had similar journeys. The podcast explores challenges in accessing education, issues of accessibility, discrimination faced by individuals with Down syndrome, and struggles in using public transportation. It also highlights the obstacles encountered by disabled women and emphasizes the ongoing pursuit of equality worldwide.